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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning are empowering learners all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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